Freeborn County Shopper 061725 by southernminnesotashoppers

BEV’S BIG BEAUTIFUL BONUS BIRTHDAY BASH!! IT’S A MYSTERY

Sunday, September 28th

Be a part of a SPECIAL CELEBRATION as I look back on another special year!! JOIN US FOR A FUN FALL MYSTERIOUS ADVENTURE!!!

$149 pp for the day (just a bit more than usual but you’ll see why.). Price includes motor coach transportation and a day full of fun. Checks or cash only. No refunds.

Departure: Albert Lea Walmart 8:30 am Don’t wait - this will fill quickly!

CHRISTMAS IN BRANSON

November 9 - 15 · 7 Days

Here’s a sneak peek at the best Christmas Branson Itinerary Ever! Some of our fun will include Daniel O'Donnel, Christmas Spectacular Presentation at the Sight and Sound Theatre, Cassandra (Voice of an Angel and The Haygood's. More details coming at a later date. Trip includes daily breakfast, three lunches and four evening meals. You'll be treated to 8 attractions/shows, attractions/shows, deluxe motor coach transportation, high quality hotel accommodations at the Grand Oaks main lodge and all kinds of fun!

$1449 pp dbl · $1,599 sgl · $1249 trpl Don’t wait - this will fill quickly!

JOHANSEN THANK

To all our family and friends who attended the Celebration of Life for Marlene, we really appreciated the food, cake, and many cards! And of course the many hugs and kind words. Your kindness will not be forgotten. Justin, Brandy and children

Darlene

Gilbert & Mary

Julie

Paulie & Josephine

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NOW HIRING

St. Theodore Catholic Church in Albert Lea, is seeking a Christ centered, faith filled individual to fill the full-time position of Coordinator of Evangelization and Discipleship for youth and families. Individuals must be either experienced in youth ministries and/or have training in Catholic studies. Proficiency in Spanish is preferred. Applications and job description can be obtained at sttheo.org or the parish office. The position will be filled by July 1, 2025. Please submit your application to one of the following: email jjt@sttheo.org or mail it to St. Theodore Church, 308 E. Fountain St., Albert Lea, MN 56007.

Security Bank Minnesota is an ESOP owned community bank with excellent benefits and competitive pay. We are looking for a Full-Time entry level Bookkeeper/Data Processor. Bookkeeping or banking experience is helpful. Qualified applicants must have computer and typing skills. Applications are available during business hours. 507-373-1481

Environmental Services Department has an opening for a Summer Intern position. This position will work up to 40 hours per week from July – September.

Applications and job description are available on the Freeborn County website at: http://www.co.freeborn.mn.us

Interested parties must complete the online application no later than 12:00 PM on Friday, June 27, 2025. th EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

HIRING OFFICE MANAGER

Christ Episcopal Church in Albert Lea is looking for an office managerTuesdays and Thursday mornings from 9-12. $17.50 per hour.

Send resume to cecalmn@gmail.com.

Department of Human ServicesChild Support Officer

The Freeborn Department of Human Services has an opening for the position of Child Support Officer.

The Child Support Officer is responsible for enforcing current child support laws by performing paralegal functions related to the establishment and enforcement of child support orders. Some duties include necessary legal action, attends court hearings, gathers and evaluates financial information, performs paralegal functions, manages caseloads, enforces court ordered child support.

Completed applications, along with a cover page and resume are due by Friday, June 20th , 2025.

You can find the Freeborn County application at www.co.freeborn.mn.us and the Merit application at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mnmeritsystem.

AldenMorin Lake

DAYS

JUNE 20-22 2025

Donations for Fireworks, Parade & Celebration are appreciated! Mail donations to: MLD P.O. 325 Alden, MN 56009

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

FRIDAY

NOON: Medallion Hunt Begins - $50 prize, Clues are posted at City Hall next to the Fire Dept.

1:30 - 3 PM: Wes Hintz Kids Fishing Contest @ Morin Lake, meet by shelter @ 1 pm for instructions, Sponsor: Alden Lions.

3:30 - 7 PM: Maple Valley Classic Car Club “Roll-In” in the east AldenConger Parking lot.

4 PM: Kiddie Activities & Games, Meet at the Alden-Conger Playground.

4 - 7:30 PM: BBQ Dinner, by the Lake -Alden-Conger Music Department Fundraiser.

5:30 - 6:30 PM: “Greg the Great” magician on Water Street, Sponsor: Redeemer Lutheran Church, Bring a chair and enjoy the show, Redeemer Youth Concessions.

7 PM: Kiddie Tractor Pull, on Water Street A-C FFA Sanctioned.

7 - 8:30 PM: S’mores on the Shores, Sponsor: Alden Area

SATURDAY

MLD FUN RUN $15 registration fee thru May 30, All entrants receive a T-shirt.

7:45 AM: Registration & sign-in begins at Hemmingsen’s Transfer Parking Lot.

8 AM: Start time for 10K Run and 5K Run.

9 AM: Start time for 1 mile run/walk.

9:30 AM: MLD Fun Runs Ribbons and Awards, *Checks to ALDEN MLD Fun Run mail to: P.O. 325 Alden, MN 56009, $20 after May 30th until race time. Family rate $60 after May 30th until race time.

8:30 - 11:30 AM: Breakfast at the Alden City Hall, Alden Lions Fundraiser serving “Chris Cakes”.

10 AM - 1 PM: Alden Community Museum, Open for self-guided tours.

2 PM: Cribbage Tournament at the Alden Legion (Register BEFORE 1:30 pm Saturday) also GAMES, Pull-Tabs & Meat Raffle.

2 - 5 PM: Canoes & Activities on Alden’s Morin Lake

4 - 7 PM: Pie & Ice Cream Social at the Alden City Hall, Alden Lions Fundraiser.

5 PM: Kiddie Parade “Fairy Tales & Fables” theme on Water Street, 4:30 pm registration.

7 PM: PARADE , Alden Morin Lake Days Grand Marshal: Stu Potter.

8 PM – MIDNIGHT: Street Dance by the Lake, Sponsor: LeVerne Carlson Fitness Center, Music by “DJs on Demand” rain location: LeVerne Carlson Gym *** Open to all ages ***

10 PM: FIREWORKS, Over Alden’s Morin Lake, Back Up DATE: Sunday, June 22. SUNDAY

10 AM: Worship by the Water (Rain Location: Redeemer Church) at the south Morin Lake Boat Landing, Bring lawn chairs, Boy Scouts serving donuts & beverages after the service.

NOON: Fire Department Water Games on Water Street, Host: Alden Fire Department.

NOON - 3 PM: CANOES available for use.

“Battle of the BARS” at Oakview Golf Course, Best Shot/4person teams, Sponsors: AREA BARS, $200 entry fee (paid by Bar Sponsor or Players- Bar Gift Cards &/or Cash) Register at Oakview: 507.863.2288, Bars are not limited to one team/$200 fee per team

MLD schedule updates may be found at: https://www.facebook.com/ MorinLakeDaysinAldenMinnesota ***OUTDOOR FOOD VENDORS ON SATURDAY***

See us for all your LP Gas needs.

We do installation. leak detection, and testing.

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We also offer varia le rate fertili er.

- Kevin Reed

Garage Sales

Garage Sale

1310 Crestview Rd

Friday June 20th 12pm-6pm

Saturday June 21st 8am-5pm

Clothes womens 9-11, purses, socks, hats, mittens, winter coats, leather coats, shoes, bags, bedding, bikes, and outdoor chair cushions

Garage Sale

313 Burr Oak Drive

Albert Lea, June 20th 8am-5pm June 21st 8am-12pm boys and women clothing, toys, furniture, household, misc. snow blower, home decor, lawnmowers.

GARAGE SALE

3413 HOEGER LANE

(Behind Crossroads Church)

Albert Lea, JUNE 21ST 8am-4pm men and women plus size clothing, wall decor, picture frames, perfume, jewely, purses, women’s reader glasses (3.50), queen bedding, holiday decor,food dehydrator, meat slicer, food processor, crib mattress, 32 inch Olevia LCD TV with surround sound, 7ft. patio heater, totes, and much more misc.

MULTIPLE GARAGE SALES

Albert Lea City Arena Area Campus Lane & Campus Drive, Thursday, 6/19 and Friday, 6/20 9am to 5pm

Rummage Sale

1608 West Front

(Alley behind Bomgaard)

Thursday 8am-5pm Friday 8am-5pm Saturday 8am-12noon

Multi family, quality clothing (women’s S-XL, men M-3X: Carhart, Tommy Bahama, and much more), shoes, households, rungs, pillows, lodge decor, and winter coats.

Multi Family Rummage Sale

501 SHERIDAN ST, Albert Lea, June 20th, 21st, 22nd 9am-5pm Walker, crafts, and much misc.

Antiques & Collectibles

ANTIQUES WANTED! TOYS, RED WING CROCKS, ADVERTISING SIGNS BEER, FOOD, MACHINERY GAS, OIL, ECT. & ADVERTISING TINS, CARPENTER TOOLS, GUNS, WWI WWII VIETNAM PHOTOGRAPHS, MEDALS, HELMETS, KNIVES, SWORDS, CAST IRON FRY PANS, FLOOR GRATES, PUMPS, POCKET WATCHES, JEWELRY, PADLOCKS, WEATHERVANES, CUPALAS, BARN PULLEYS, LICENSE PLATES, CLOCKS, BOTTLES, POTTERY, MAGAZINES, POSTCARDS, MARBLES, CHAUFFEUR BADGES, CATALOGS, BOOKS, ANYTHING PAPER, DECOYS, REELS, RADIOS, STERLING SILVER, COINS, TOKENS, OLD PHOTOGRAPHS, WOOD & PAPER SHELL BOXES, WOOD BOXES,SCALES, LANTERNS, LAMPS, CLOTHING, ANYTHING MADE BEFORE 1960 COUNTRYSIDE ANTIQUES 507-402-0880.

Furniture & Appliances

Moving/Downsizing Sale

Thomasville solid wood dining table w/six chairs, two 16in leaves, matching china hutch. Large walnut credenza, four bar stools, large square coffee table, large round designer coffee table w/two matching end tables, large recliner. Please call 507-202-1474 507-512-9252

Machinery & Tools

POWER WASHERS in Stock 507-448-3302

TRADING POST Gordonsville

Machinery & Tools

STIHL Products in Stock

We’re your Stihl Dealer. 507-448-3302

TRADING POST Gordonsville

Want to Buy Merchandise

WANTED: Streater Store

Fixtures & Shelves

507-402-0880

General Notices

At our last Union Center Inc. board meeting, the board voted on and approved a motion to put our lawn care service up for bid.

Bids should be submitted by Thursday May 1st. They can be submitted by email at: ufcw1155rep.al@gmail.com Or mailed to: Union Center, Inc. 1407 Hwy 13 North Albert Lea, MN 56007

HORSE OWNERS

Scenic Veiw For Horses

• PASTURE

• NICE SHED

• HAY STORAGE

• TACK AREA

• SELF-BOARD

• PROVIDE FEED FOR HORSE & FEEDINGS

• CLEAN BARN

Available NOW

$125 per horse, per month

Two miles from Albert Lea.

507-402-2313

507-377-7509

Community Events

Albert Lea

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

Public Housing Units

Available for Rent Application Online www.albertleahra.com or pick up an application at our ofﬁce

Monday-Thursday 8:00am-12:00pm 800 4th Ave South Albert Lea, MN 56007

Apartments

HI-VIEW APARTMENTS

Smoke free 1 bedroom apartments open NOW in Hollandale! Rent from $700 per month + heat & electric. Water & trash paid. Month to month leases & deposit pay plans.

507-383-4096 or 507-451-8524

www.lifestyleinc.net

TDD: 507-451-0704

Equal Housing Opportunity

IMMEDIATE OPENING

Smoke free 1 bed apartments in Wells for 62+ or disabled persons. Rent based on 30% of income + electric. Month to month leases, pets allowed & deposit pay plans!

507-553-3366 or 507-451-8524

www.lifestyleinc.net

TDD: 507-451-0704

Equal Housing Opportunity

Spacious 1 bedroom 15 minutes south of Albert Lea. $405/mo, utilities included except electric. Background checks required. No smoking! No animals! Call or text 507-456-9514.

Boats & Watercraft

Winter Steal of a Deal!

1986 Sea Ray. All new $6,000 engine in 2018 Warranted. Only 20 hours of use on new engine. Asking only $4,000 Also

316 2 St NW, New Richland MN nd

Thursday, June 19 · 4 - 7 pm th

Friday, June 20 · 10 am - 3 pm th

Saturday, June 21 · 10 am - 1 pm st

Small home full of furniture, home decor, collectibles, yard & garden items, tools and more. Beautiful antique Victorian Eastlake secretary desk, glass foot fern table, antique glass door display cabinets, Red Wing crocks, vintage handmade quilts, primitives, lg ceramic Christmas tree and more. Sale located on the first floor and garage and outside tent. Numbers will be handed out as customer capacity inside will be limited as needed. Pictures and more details on Facebook at The Vintage Grove Co. or at Estatesales.net

DOWNSIZING ESTATE SALE

73179 325th St, Co Rd 35, Hartland, MN Fri, June 20th · 10 am – 4 pm Sat, June 21st · 10 am – 4 pm

2007 TAHOE LTZ V8, GRAY LEATHER INTERIOR, POWER RUNNING BOARDS, UPGRADED RIMS, NEW TIRES, THIRD SEAT NEVER USED, SAVED ORIGINAL RIMS, 55,000 ACTUAL MILES, COLOR NAVY BLUE, BARBER CHAIR, MINNKOTA 28LB. TROLLING MOTOR INFLATIBILE PONTOON, SMALLER PATIO HEATER, LOTTO DESK, CUPOLOS, VINTAGE BARBIE DOLL HOUSE WITH FURNITURE, BARBIES AND BARBIE CLOTHES, POWER TOOLS, JUST LIKE NEW 1994 DIAMOND BACK BICYCLE, 1960'S PEPSI POP MACHINE, HIAWATHA 7.5 HP OUTBOARD MOTOR, REDWING CROCKS, 1950'S DROP LEAF SMALL TABLE WITH FOUR CHAIRS, LOTS AND LOTS OF MISC.

For full listing and pictures visit www.estatesales.net

joysestatesales.com

507-373-9810 or 507-391-1821

LARGE COIN AUCTION

SUNDAY, JUNE 29, 2025

8 am viewing with live auction to follow at 10 am Kensett Community Center 300 Willow Street, Kensett, IA

Approximately 342 lots including 50 Morgan Dollars; 5 Peace dollars; 60+ silver 1 ounce coins; 3-5 oz. America Beautiful unc. Coins (Homestead, Mt Rushmore, Cumberland Gap); 19 lots of presidential dollars 51+ rolls; 40 lots of Modern Commemorative Silver Dollars; 15 lots of silver Ikes (50+); 9 lot of clad Ikes; 30 lots silver halves including (JFK, Franklin, Walking, commem.); 7 lots of clad half dollars; 12 lots of silver dimes (560+); 19 lots of state and territory quarters; 2 GOLD coin lots (2-1/10 AGE); 11 lots of WHEATIES; 42 lots of US Mint Proof & Unc sets (includes 19 silver, 14 Prestige & 3 Legacy sets); US and foreign currency; plus much, much more!

Next Large Coin Auction will be July 13, 2025 – lots of gold & collectible coins

Like us on Facebook: Reeder Auction Service

Col. Dan Reeder 641-324-1692

Col. Dick Bauer 641-512-3349

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